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After attending the NFL Combine, ESPN New York's Rich Cimini gets the "preliminary sense" that the Jets won't be using the No. 6 overall pick on a quarterback.

Per Cimini, the "vibe close to the organization" is that new GM Mike Maccagnan isn't in "quarterback-or-bust mode." Smith finished 2014 strong and will be an intriguing match for new OC Chan Gailey's Pistol Spread offense, one similar to the system in which Geno played at West Virginia. Smith improved his completion rate, TD-to-INT ratio, and QB rating as a sophomore. His physical skills are superior to any free agent quarterback's. Feb 22 - 6:47 PM

Geno Smith has not received a definitive answer on his status with the Jets.

Smith has spoken to new coach Todd Bowles by phone, but it is unsurprising Bowles is hesitant to commit to the 2013 second-round pick. Smith has shown few signs he can be a competent starter, and the Jets could be position to draft either Marcus Mariota or Jameis Winston with the No. 6 overall pick. There is still a chance Smith opens 2015 as the starter, but the new Jets' regime will likely do everything in its power to upgrade. Jan 31 - 1:08 PM

With good reason, obviously. Maccagnan avoided commenting on Smith altogether in his introductory press conference Wednesday, while Bowles simply called Geno a "great college quarterback" without offering any opinions on his NFL ability. With the No. 6 overall pick in the 2015 draft, the Jets will be in decent position to grab or trade up for Jameis Winston or Marcus Mariota. Jan 21 - 11:50 AM

Geno Smith completed 20-of-25 passes for 358 yards and three touchdowns in the Jets' Week 17 win over the Dolphins.

He added 18 rushing yards in easily the best game of his career. For the second straight year, Geno finished the season playing reasonably well, posting a 6:2 TD-to-INT ratio across his final four games. Smith's ability is not lacking, but his lack of consistency may render him a long-term backup in the league. Still only 24 years old, Geno is due under $1 million in 2015 salary and bonuses. He's going to lose his primary supporter in GM John Idzik, who is expected to be fired on Monday. A new Jets regime will determine whether Geno will have any chance at being New York's 2015 starter. He's only worth holding in deeper Dynasty leagues as a QB3/4. Sun, Dec 28, 2014 05:17:00 PM